vii, 472 pages 23 cm

"Well known for his detailed studies of various aspects of the Old Testament prophecy, an eminent continental scholar here draws together the fruits of many years' work in an authoritative book on the prophetic movement as a whole. It is his thesis that prophecy is not an exclusively Israelite phenomenon but may be found in a variety of cultures and regions and at different stages of religious development. Even though such prophecy appears in widely varied manifestations, it is marked by certain characteristic psychological features"--Book jacket

Includes bibliographical references (pages 434-449)

Religio-historical survey prophets outside Israel -- Supernormal experiences and general activities of the primitive prophets in ancient Israel -- The supernormal experiences and general activities of the classical prophets -- The prophetic literature -- The religion of the prophets

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